The traditional concept of balanced (or multi-vector) foreign policy no longer captures the essence and ambition of Azerbaijan's contemporary foreign policy approach. Baku's ambition to become a middle power requires conceptualization of a new foreign policy doctrine. I explore

This article demonstrates well, in the case of Azerbaijan, how shifting international dynamics empower smaller states to capitalise on expanded manoeuvring space and heightened demand for their alignment amidst competing powers.

"A final casualty of the Gaza war has been the “international rules-based order”...Putting the rules-based order back together again could be just as hard as the physical reconstruction of Gaza," writes Gideon Rachman.

This iconic photo has been imprinted in the consciousness of millions of Azerbaijanis, including mine since my childhood, as a symbol of national liberation and defiance against oppression. Taken on 22 January 1990, it shows over a million people mourning the victims of the

The Trump 2.0 administration embraces an ethos of "purposeful chaos", which is reminiscent of the tech start-up culture that embraces disruption and rapid iterative improvement, with a high tolerance for risk and failure. Interesting analysis from FIIA researchers.

Ukraine's military defeat is a major risk factor for Azerbaijan. As I wrote recently, "The Kremlin likely holds grudges against Baku for outmaneuvering it during the 2020 war and again during the 2023 operation, leaving Russia with no choice but to resign to the new regional

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It’s time to say it plainly. America’s leadership has switched sides in the war. The American people have not, and they should speak up. kyivindependent.com/editorial-a-pr…

With the finalization of the draft peace agreement b/w Armenia and Azerbaijan - a historic achievement - this insight from my past 'Quo Vadis' report is worth revisiting. 👇 Details: top-center.org/en/reports/366…

It's been an on-and-off experience, but seems like I've endured for almost a year...

🇦🇲🇦🇿peace process discussion at Rondeli Security Conference with old friends including. Thank you Kirsti Narinen Tabib Huseynov Benyamin Poghosyan

Thank you Rondeli Security Conference for inviting and having us on the program! Thank you superb panelists Tabib Huseynov Benyamin Poghosyan A lot has happened and happening for #peace #stability in #SouhCaucasus.